How to connect with the MBTI types: Dominant Perceivers
INTJ/INFJ
(Dominant Ni)
Admittedly, these types can be elusive! You'll have the most luck by asking them if they see deeper meaning/symbolism in something OR if something could be improved. It's a bit abstract and can definitely be challenge depending on what topics are easily approachable given the social situation, but it can be interesting to get creative! Because they're introverted, you could always start by telling them what kinds of insights/meaings/improvements you are able to extract from something and ask if they agree or disagree. Showing them that you've already given some thought to it will encourage them to participate.
ENTP/ENFP
(Dominant Ne)
One word: imagination. Better yet, two words: "what if?" These types thrive on new ideas and varying hypotheticals - the more unusual, the better! As long as you can think of something that can be extrapolated upon, they will latch onto it and run with it. But make no mistake - you still have to participate! If you don't contribute your own unique ideas, they'll end up talking to themselves and perceive that as you not being interested. If they don't think you're interested, then they won't be interested in sharing those thoughts with you.
ISTJ/ISFJ
(Dominant Si)
Personal experience. These types are practical and enjoy using their personal experience to inform the present, especially if there is a practical outcome. An easy way to target this is by asking for advice/product recommendations. Anything tangible that you see them use on a regular-basis - ask them about it! Where/when did they get it, do they like it, how can their experience be informative for you. This is sure to get things started and opens up more room to expand later on!
ESTP/ESFP
(Dominant Se)
Observe and engage with your surroundings. These types live in the present like no other and, as such, will be ready to experience it with you. Taking the opportunity to do something with these types is actually more impactful than anything you could be saying to them. Of course they are extraverted, so I'm sure they'll enjoy talking about whatever activity you're doing together while you're doing it. If anything, you'll have an opportunity to talk about the activity you both just participated in after you've finished!




























